How to turn on two factor authentication fortnite

With 2-Step Verification, also called two-factor authentication, you can add an extra layer of security to your account in case your password is stolen. After you set up 2-Step Verification, you can sign in to your account with:

• Your password
• Your phone

Allow 2-Step Verification

1. Open your Google Account.
2. In the navigation panel, select Security.
3. Under “Signing in to Google,” select 2-Step Verification
   Get started.
4. Follow the on-screen steps.

Tip: If you use an account through your work, school, or other group, these steps might not work. If you can’t set up 2-Step Verification, contact your administrator for help.

Verify it’s you with a second step

After you turn on 2-Step Verification, you must complete a second step to verify it’s you when you sign in. To help protect your account, Google will ask that you complete a specific second step.

Use Google prompts

Important: To use Google prompts, you need an Android phone with updated Google Play services.

We recommend you use Google prompts as your second step. They’re easier to enter than a verification code and can help protect against SIM swap and other phone number-based hacks.

To get Google prompts on your Google Account, you need:

Based on the device and location info in the notification, you can:

• Tap Yes to allow sign-in.
• Tap No to block sign-in.

Use other verification methods

You can set up other verification methods in case you:

• Want increased protection against phishing
• Can’t get Google prompts
• Lose your phone

Use security keys to increase phishing protection

Use Google Authenticator or other verification code apps

Important: Never give your verification codes to anyone.

When you don't have an internet connection or mobile service, you can set up Google Authenticator or another app that creates one-time verification codes.

To help verify it's you, enter the verification code on the sign-in screen.

Use a verification code from a text message or call

Important: Never give your verification codes to anyone.

A 6-digit code may be sent to a number you’ve previously provided. Codes can be sent in a text message (SMS) or through a voice call, which depends on the setting you chose. To verify it’s you, enter the code on the sign-in screen.

Tip: Although any form of 2-Step Verification adds account security, verification codes sent by texts or calls can be vulnerable to phone number-based hacks.

Use backup codes

Important: Never give out your backup codes to anyone.

To keep in a safe place, you can print or download a set of 8-digit backup codes. If you lose your phone, backup codes are helpful.

Skip a second step on trusted devices

If you don't want to provide a second verification step each time you sign in on your computer or phone, check the box next to "Don't ask again on this computer" or "Don't ask again on this device."

Important: Only check this box on devices you regularly use and don't share with anyone else.

Related resources

• Gmail Security and Privacy Settings

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